Garnet

Garnet is the birthstone of January. 

Garnet gemstones have a long and colourful history, with references found in ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman texts. Originally mined in India, they were thought to be rubies until 1793 when French mineralogist Alexandre Brongniart proved otherwise. Garnet became popular in jewellery during the late 1800s for its affordability, durability and believed to promote good health and happiness. Today, garnet jewellery comes in many different colours, including red, green, orange, yellow, and purple, making it a versatile option for everyone.